HAPPY HOUR AT TWISTED LEMON TRIED AND TESTED

For a quaint cocktail spot with a quirky interior that consists of dark corners, plants and wooden furniture, plus a menu full of fruity, sweet, creamy and sour drinks, look no further than Twisted Lemon. It is a favourite amongst regulars, but if you did not know it was there, it would be so easy to walk past. It is located down an alley on Middle Street, just beside the bustling Duke Street which is a hub for food and drink businesses. Twisted Lemon however is tucked away, a secret gem that you can treasure between friends or reveal to a date. Head on down that muralled alley, and immediately you will feel like you have stepped into someone’s home. The staff are lovely and friendly, and people are scattered around, drinking on the furniture like a very casual houseparty.

Happy hour has been extended for the summer, which means cocktails are £6.95 everyday until 7pm. Notable favourites were Rhubarb & Ginger Fizz, Tequilling Me Softly, and Lemon Tree.

Rhubarb & Ginger FizzBeefeater Gin, rhubarb liqueur, cranberry juice, ginger, lemon, rhubarb bitters, soda. Tasted just like an alcoholic pink lemonade. 8/10

Tequilling Me Softly - olmeca tequila, lychee liqueur, apple juice, mint, lemon, cucumber. Served in a martini glass. So smooth, fresh, light, and very easy to drink. The cucumber and mint garnish was a lovely touch. 8/10

Lemon Tree - havana especial, blackberry liqueur, mint, passion fruit, lemon, soda. This was the winning cocktail for us. Imagine, homemade lemonade with a sweet aftertaste of blackberry liqueur. Just divine. 9/10